EQUIPThe Verge · 1h ago
This $199 GPS sports watch is repairable, modular, and open-source
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The Una Watch has launched as a modular, open-source GPS sports wearable priced at 199 dollars. Its design prioritizes long-term repairability and offers ten-day battery life to compete with established athletic hardware brands.
- 01Modular architecture enables component replacement and extends the device lifecycle beyond typical consumer electronics
- 02Hardware features include a 1.2 inch MIP LCD display and integrated GPS functionality
- 03Retail pricing has been adjusted from an initial 350 dollars to 199 dollars
- 04Open source software and repairable build offer an alternative to proprietary closed ecosystems
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The Una Watch costs less than most Garmin watches now that its price has been lowered from the Kickstarter offer of $350 to $199, but its modular, repairable design grabbed my attention first. It features a 1.2-inch MIP LCD display and up to 10 days of battery life, similar to the Garmin Forerunner 70 or […]